SENATE RESOLUTION

                         1995-8610

By Senators Haugen, Spanel and C. Anderson

     WHEREAS, It is the policy of the Washington State Legislature to recognize excellence in all fields of endeavor; and

     WHEREAS, Max McYoung has exhibited the highest level of excellence in his commitment to the restoration and preservation of the Skagit River watershed for fish and wildlife habitat; and

     WHEREAS, Max McYoung has devoted the last thirty-one years to preserving our state's natural resources, particularly salmon and steelhead enhancement; and

     WHEREAS, Max McYoung's selfless efforts and dedication have been the subject of numerous television shows, including "Northwest Focus," "Top Story," and "The Today Show;" and

     WHEREAS, Max McYoung has -- at his own expense -- escorted various federal, state, and local officials to the Skagit River in an attempt to secure support for the Skagit River watershed as a fish and wildlife habitat; and

     WHEREAS, Max McYoung's tireless efforts on behalf of the Skagit River watershed have earned him the 1991 Outstanding River Advocate Award, the 1992 Jefferson Award and the Giraffe Project Commendation;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate honor Max McYoung for the dedicated service that characterizes his work, and for the outstanding example of commitment and virtue he has set for others, and for the ongoing benefits that future generations will enjoy as a result of his work; and

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Max McYoung.

 I, Marty Brown, Secretary of the Senate,

do hereby certify that this is a true and

correct copy of Senate Resolution 1995-8610,

adopted by the Senate February 1, 1995.

MARTY BROWN

Secretary of the Senate